Can Laser Treatment Remove Dark Circles? Costs and Alternatives Explained
Can dark circles be removed with laser treatment? Can congenital dark circles be removed with laser treatment? What is the approximate cost? Although I do not have any dark spots, my facial pigmentation is uneven and darker than areas of my body that are not sun-exposed. Are ther...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
Currently, there are treatments for dark circles using intense pulsed light (IPL), but the effectiveness is still under evaluation. Our clinic does not have this type of laser available at the moment. Sun protection is the most important aspect of skin whitening, and the whitenin...[Read More] Can Laser Treatment Remove Dark Circles? Costs and Alternatives Explained
Understanding L-Ascorbic Acid Concentration for Skin Whitening
Whitening products L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is known for its skin brightening effects. For effective skin absorption, a concentration of at least 10% to 20% L-ascorbic acid is generally recommended. Products containing L-ascorbic acid can be found over-the-counter, but higher ...
Dr. Zheng Lizhen Reply:
According to research, the optimal transdermal absorption concentration of L-ascorbic acid is 20%, reaching saturation after three days. Additionally, the pH of the formulation should be less than 3.5. Currently, a prescription from a physician is not required.[Read More] Understanding L-Ascorbic Acid Concentration for Skin Whitening
Do Lymphatic Detox Methods from MLMs Really Help Cancer Patients?
Is the lymphatic detox method used in direct selling effective for cancer? A friend of my mother introduced her to a direct sales product for lymphatic detoxification, which includes both a supplement and a topical clay. It is claimed to effectively eliminate toxins from chemothe...
Dr. Liao Wenyu Reply:
Currently, there is no medical concept of lymphatic detoxification. Therefore, the lymphatic detoxification you mentioned in relation to direct selling is unclear in its content and mechanism. Thus, it is difficult to provide you with an answer.[Read More] Do Lymphatic Detox Methods from MLMs Really Help Cancer Patients?